Pronunciation

/ˈsɛntɪɡreɪd/

Definitions

• Noun: A unit of temperature measurement in the Celsius scale, where 0°C is the freezing point of water and 100°C is its boiling point at standard atmospheric pressure. For example: “The thermometer read 25 degrees centigrade.”
• Adjective: Referring to or denoting the Celsius temperature scale. For example: “This experiment uses measurements in centigrade.”

Phrases

• “Recorded in centigrades” means measured using the Celsius scale.
• “A temperature of 37°C is considered normal for humans.”
• “The weather forecast predicts a drop in temperature from centigrade to Fahrenheit.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The scientists compared their results in both Celsius (centigrade) and Fahrenheit.”
• Adjective: “The new thermometer displays both Fahrenheit and centigrade readings.”
• Phrasal Usage: “The doctor took my temperature, which was 38.5 centigrade, indicating a mild fever.”

Synonyms

• Celsius
• Kelvin (but not equivalent; 1°C = 273.15 K)
• Fahrenheit (but not directly comparable; conversion required)

Note

Centigrade is an outdated term and is now replaced by Celsius in scientific and modern usage. However, the term is still occasionally found in older texts or informal conversation.